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Recent Examples of brandy
The long, after-dinner brandy culture has faded, replaced by demand for early-evening cocktails, small-plate dining, and a preference for lighter, lower-alcohol drinks.
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Paul Caputo, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The whisky was initially matured in an ex-bourbon barrel before being transferred to a vintage 1980 calvados cask (a type of French apple brandy).
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 7 May 2025
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Bourbon, brandy, and buttermilk are what give this holiday punch its famous name.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2025
Fans of finely aged brandy, take note: Add Armenia to the list of countries vying for your palate.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
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Paul Caputo, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The whisky was initially matured in an ex-bourbon barrel before being transferred to a vintage 1980 calvados cask (a type of French apple brandy).
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 7 May 2025
Get The Recipe 19 of 30 Triple B Milk Punch
Bourbon, brandy, and buttermilk are what give this holiday punch its famous name.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2025
Fans of finely aged brandy, take note: Add Armenia to the list of countries vying for your palate.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brandy
Noun
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As is tradition when naming a ship, Middleton briefly spoke to a crowd of people before releasing a bottle of whiskey that was broken against the hull of HMS Glasgow.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
26 May 2025
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Intrepid drinkers in America are able to sample a whole lot of whiskey, if they are motivated enough.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
25 May 2025
Noun
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The popular cocktail contains a handful of simple ingredients: St-Germain elderflower liqueur (naturally), Martini prosecco, soda water and mint and lime for a garnish.—
Erin Clements,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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This sophisticated take on a margarita is buoyed by two orange liqueurs.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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In general, beer has less ethanol than wine per ounce, and wine has less than liquors like vodka and tequila, Dr. Keyes said.—
Caroline Hopkins Legaspi,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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And don’t forget a classic Caesar cocktail to wash it all down, made with vodka, Clamato juice, and a touch of hot sauce.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
19 May 2025
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Each month, a new gin is highlighted, inviting guests to explore unique varieties, from local London distilleries to the glaciers of Iceland.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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Updated on May 14, 2025 Blush pink rhubarb pairs beautifully with gin and ginger in writer Ellen Gray’s classic all-butter crust.—
Ellen Gray,
Saveur,
15 May 2025
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The cocktail — which is consumed in great quantities every third weekend of May — is equal parts bourbon, vodka and peach schnapps.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
17 May 2025
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Marisa Capasso, Aramark’s general manager at the science center, who devised it, described it as a sweet concoction with green chartreuse, peach schnapps, maraschino liqueur and fresh lime juice.—
James Barron,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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Joe has written extensively on wines and spirits and judged many of the leading international wines and spirits competitions.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Over in Sag Harbor, Joey Wolfer—known for her wine and Hamptons style—launches REWORKED by Joey Wolfer, her latest fashion collection, at Sage & Madison, the charming café-meets-boutique in the heart of the village.—
Nancy Kane,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2025
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The alleged incident took place at a nightclub in February 2023, with prosecutors claiming that the two-time Grammy winner attacked music promoter Abraham Diaw with a tequila bottle.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
22 May 2025
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Marciano pours himself a glass of straight tequila and Layla’s shock at this action tells me she’s never seen a Bravo television program.—
Olivia Crandall,
Vulture,
21 May 2025
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Diners can choose from a wide selection of Mexican tequilas, mescals, and beers, as well as wines from around the globe and innovative cocktails like the Avocado Margarita and Oaxacan Old Fashioned.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
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After the firing squad finished its work, victorious Mexican troops reportedly removed Crabb's head and shipped it to Mexico City in a jar of mescal.—
The Arizona Republic,
The Arizona Republic,
11 Apr. 2024
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“Brandy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brandy. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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